Jordanian Desert Life
الحياة في الصحراء العربية
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The 'Life in the Arab Desert' stamp set was issued by the Government of Jordan on October 21, 1972, showcasing the traditional and evolving ways of life in Jordan's desert regions. This comprehensive 8-stamp set presents a vivid portrait of desert civilization, from ancient Bedouin traditions to modern development efforts. The stamps depict various aspects of desert life including falconry with a Bedouin handler and kestrel, traditional camel cavalry from the Arab Legion, pastoral scenes of shepherds tending their flocks, and nomadic encampments. The set also illustrates Jordan's modernization efforts in arid regions, featuring water drilling operations, irrigation schemes that bring green cultivation to desert areas, modern desert housing facilities, and even mechanized poultry farming. This thematic issue reflects Jordan's dual heritage - honoring the timeless Bedouin culture while showcasing the kingdom's commitment to desert development and agricultural advancement. The stamps serve as both a cultural celebration and a testament to human adaptation in harsh desert environments, demonstrating how traditional desert peoples have maintained their way of life while embracing beneficial modern technologies.
أصدرت الحكومة الأردنية مجموعة طوابع 'الحياة في الصحراء العربية' في 21 أكتوبر 1972، لتعرض أساليب الحياة التقليدية والمتطورة في المناطق الصحراوية الأردنية. تقدم هذه المجموعة المؤلفة من 8 طوابع صورة حية للحضارة الصحراوية، من التقاليد البدوية العريقة إلى جهود التنمية الحديثة. تصور الطوابع جوانب مختلفة من الحياة الصحراوية تشمل الصقارة مع صياد بدوي وصقر، وفرسان الجمال التقليديين من الجيش العربي، ومشاهد رعوية للرعاة يرعون قطعانهم، والمخيمات البدوية. كما تظهر المجموعة جهود الأردن في تحديث المناطق القاحلة، وتعرض عمليات حفر الآبار، ومشاريع الري التي تجلب الزراعة الخضراء للمناطق الصحراوية، والمساكن الصحراوية الحديثة، وحتى تربية الدواجن الآلية. يعكس هذا الإصدار الموضوعي التراث المزدوج للأردن - تكريم الثقافة البدوية الخالدة مع إبراز التزام المملكة بتنمية الصحراء والتقدم الزراعي.
| JS#: | P1972-07.01 |
| SG#: | 975 |
| SC#: | 702 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 14 x 13.5 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
A Bedouin falconer in traditional dress holds a kestrel on his arm while standing in the desert, with another figure seated nearby and birds visible in the background. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.02 |
| SG#: | 976 |
| SC#: | 703 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
A modern single-story desert dwelling with three dome-shaped structures in the background and a figure walking nearby, representing contemporary desert architecture. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.03 |
| SG#: | 977 |
| SC#: | 704 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
An Arab Legion camel trooper in military uniform mounted on a camel, showcasing the traditional mounted forces of Jordan's desert regions. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.04 |
| SG#: | 978 |
| SC#: | 705 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
Workers operating a drilling rig for water boring operations in the desert, with pipes laid on the sandy ground representing modern desert development. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.05 |
| SG#: | 979 |
| SC#: | 706 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
A Bedouin shepherd in traditional headwear tends to a flock of sheep and goats in a desert pastoral setting with sparse vegetation. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.06 |
| SG#: | 980 |
| SC#: | 707 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
A herd of dromedary camels gathering around a concrete water trough in the desert, illustrating modern watering facilities for livestock. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.07 |
| SG#: | 981 |
| SC#: | 708 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
A mechanized poultry farm operation in the desert with enclosed structures and fencing, showing modern agricultural development in arid regions. |
| JS#: | P1972-07.08 |
| SG#: | 982 |
| SC#: | 709 |
| Color: | multicolored |
| Perforation : | 13.5 x 14 |
| Issue Date: | 21-Oct-1972 |
| Description: |
An irrigation canal flowing through cultivated green fields in the desert, demonstrating successful water management and agricultural transformation. |